Low Calorie Cake

Craving something sweet but don't want to derail your healthy eating goals? Look no further than these Low Calorie Cake recipes! They're like a little slice of heaven that won't weigh you down.

Low calorie cakes often replace traditional high calorie ingredients like butter and sugar with healthier options. For instance, unsweetened applesauce or mashed bananas can be used to replace oil or butter, reducing the overall calorie content.

Low calorie sweeteners or natural sweeteners like stevia or honey can be used instead of refined sugar. Another technique is using flour alternatives. Almond flour, coconut flour, or whole wheat flour can be used to lower the calorie count.

Some recipes even use flourless options, using ingredients like eggs and cocoa powder to create a rich and moist cake texture.

Low Calorie Cake Recipes

Healthy Apple Cake – Where Is My Spoon

This healthy apple cake is one of the easiest cakes to make. And the extra bonus: a low calorie, low-fat cake without butter or oil.

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Applesauce Cake - The Big Man's World

This applesauce cake is a moist and fluffy cake that takes minutes to prep! No eggs, no butter, and no milk needed!

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Chocolate Zucchini Snack Cake - Zucchini Zone

Chocolate zucchini snack cake is a rich and moist chocolate cake that’s prepared entirely in a food processor! This recipe makes an 8x8 cake.

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Lemon Cake With Pineapple Filling

Kate

This lemon cake with pineapple filling recipe gives a box of lemon cake mix a bright and tropical makeover. Layers of light and fluffy lemon cake are filled with a pineapple cream filling and coated with lemon pudding frosting.

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Chocolate Keto Pound Cake - Low Carb Spark

This is the very best double chocolate keto pound cake. A chocolate lover’s dream come true - super decadent low carb pound cake, perfectly moist and full of chocolate flavor. 

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2 Ingredient Fluff Cake - Yummy Healthy Easy

Fluff Cake is a delicious fat free, low calorie dessert with only TWO ingredients! It’s the easiest dessert to make and comes out fluffy and light.

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Vegan Strawberry Cake - The Big Man's World

This vegan strawberry cake is moist and fluffy, with a tender crumb! Made with just 7 simple ingredients, this cake is filled with fresh strawberries!

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Funfetti Poke Cake

Kate

Funfetti poke cake is perfect dessert for birthdays, parties, or any time you want to add a little sweetness to your day!

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The Ultimate Healthy Carrot Cake - Amy’s Healthy Baking

Tender carrot cake full of cozy spices & topped with sweet cream cheese frosting. It’s protein-packed & has less than half the calories of a traditional recipe!

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Easy Coffee Cake - Kim's Cravings

Easy coffee cake recipe is a simple, yet elegant cake that’s topped with the most delicious cinnamon sugar streusel. My classic coffee cake is made moist with sour cream and is perfect anytime!

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Lemon Poppyseed Cake - The Big Man’s World

This lemon poppyseed cake is moist and fluffy, you won’t believe it is vegan! No butter, no eggs, and no milk needed- Just one bowl!

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The next time you're in the mood for a treat, opt for a one of these recipes and enjoy a guilt free slice of deliciousness.

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